Crown Heights Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Diverse Brooklyn neighborhood with rich Caribbean culture, beautiful brownstones, and rapid gentrification bringing new restaurants and cafes.
New York, NYAvg Rent: $3,050/moWalk Score: 90
Walkability
90
Walk Score
Transit
94
Transit Score
Commute
35-45 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good (improving)
Rating
Crown Heights Rent Prices
Studio
$1,900
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,400
per month
2 Bedrooms
$3,300
per month
3 Bedrooms
$4,600
per month
Rent Trend: Rapidly increasing
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Diverse, changing, energetic
Demographics
Caribbean community, young professionals, artists
Best For
Budget-conscious rentersDiverse community seekersYoung professionalsCulture enthusiasts
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Caribbean cuisine, new American, coffee shops
Nightlife
Growing bar scene, live music venues
Schools
Good public schools, competitive
Pros & Cons of Living in Crown Heights
Pros
- More affordable
- Cultural diversity
- Beautiful architecture
- Improving amenities
Cons
- Gentrification concerns
- Variable safety by block
- Longer commutes
- Fewer established amenities
Parks & Recreation
- Prospect Park nearby
- Brooklyn Botanic Garden
- St. John's Park
Public Transit
- 2, 3, 4, 5 trains
- A, C trains
- Multiple bus lines
Popular Streets
- Franklin Avenue
- Nostrand Avenue
- Eastern Parkway
Key Amenities
- Brooklyn Museum
- Brooklyn Botanic Garden
- Franklin Avenue corridor
- Caribbean markets
Compare with Other New York Neighborhoods
Manhattan
2BR Rent:$4,800
Walk Score:98
Fast-paced, urban, cosmopolitan
Brooklyn Heights
2BR Rent:$4,200
Walk Score:95
Quiet, family-friendly, upscale
Williamsburg
2BR Rent:$4,000
Walk Score:92
Trendy, artistic, energetic
Astoria
2BR Rent:$3,100
Walk Score:88
Community-oriented, multicultural, residential
Long Island City
2BR Rent:$4,300
Walk Score:85
Modern, developing, urban
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Crown Heights? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.